The Heart of Scandinavia with Norwegian Fjords tour
Copenhagen - Oslo - Lofthus - Balestrand - Leon - Bergen - Stockholm
June - August 2012, 14 days / 13 nights

Dates:
MSN09:12.06. - 25.06.12
MSN11:10.07. - 23.07.12
MSN10:31.07. - 13.08.12
MSN16:21.08. - 03.09.12

Day 1 (Tuesday): Arrival Copenhagen
Arrival in Copenhagen, optional transfer to Hotel First Skt Petri**** or similar, check-in, welcome meeting.

Day 2 (Wednesday): Copenhagen
Copenhagen is Scandinavia’s largest and most lively city and one of Europe’s most romantic capitals with its old castles and churches and charming squares and harbors. The morning sightseeing tour will acquaint us with all the city’s treasures: the Little Mermaid guarding the port, the Royal Castle, Nyhavn with its restaurants and small boats and the City Hall Square. Afternoon is free to explore more of Copenhagen on own.

Day 3 (Thursday): Copenhagen-Oslo
After free morning in Copenhagen, in the afternoon we embark on the DFDS Seaways overnight ferry bound for Oslo. The ferry offers a wide choice of restaurants, bars, shops and much more. In the evening, enjoy dinner on board, while cruising up the Kattegat.

Day 4 (Friday): Oslo
Founded in 1048 Oslo is Scandinavia’s oldest capital and today it is a very pleasant and casual city with an interesting jumble of historical and modern architecture. Upon arrival in Oslo we start the morning sightseeing tour. We enjoy a walk around the Frogner Park decorated with the unique sculptures of Gustav Vigeland. We pass by the City Hall and the main street, Karl Johan, leading to the Royal Palace. Check in at Hotel Thon Opera****

Day 5 (Saturday): Oslo
The day is free to explore Oslo on your own, perhaps you would like to visit Aker Brygge harbor, the Akerhuss Fortress or other popular attraction places.

Day 6 (Sunday): Oslo - Lofthus
In the morning we continue to the mountain resort of Geilo for a stop. Geilo is a small town surrounded by mountains from where the road continues crossing Mountain plateau of Hardanger. En route, we will pass also famous Waterfall of Voringsfossen. Descend to the lovely Hardanger fjord we arrive to hotel, check-in at Hotel Ullensvang**** were we enjoy the dinner.

Day 7 (Monday): Lofthus-Balestrand
Today we continue to the Sognefjord with ferry trip before a scenic train journey from Voss to Flåm. In Flåm we will take a cruise along the Aurlands, Naeröy and Sognefjord. After this we have a breathtaking ascent of the Stalheim Canyon, with impressive views of the Naeroy Valley, its mountain peaks and waterfalls. Continue by coach over the Vika mountains to Vangsnes, followed by a short trip by ferry crossing the Sognefjord. Arrival in Balestrand, check in at hotel Kviknes****. Dinner in the hotel.

Day 8 (Tuesday): Balestrand-Leon
After breakfast, we depart to Fjaerland. We will visit the glacier Museum, continue along the scenic route, passing the Jostedal Glacier and the village of Skei. After this we continue to the beautiful Nord Fjord, making a stop at Olden to visit the world-famous Briksdal Glacier. During the afternoon the tour continues to Loen, check in at hotel Alexandra****, dinner in hotel.

Day 9 (Wednesday): Leon-Bergen
Today we depart from Loen to Bergen. We drive the scenic road around Nord Fjord and Skei before arriving at Forde for lunch. The troll continues with a short ferry crossing from Lavik to Oppedal. Arrive early evening in Bergen – a World Heritage City, check in at hotel Thon Hotel Bristol or similar.

Day 10 (Thursday):Bergen
Morning city tour takes us through this remarkable city of the Old Hansa. We will have opportunity to enjoy the view of the Bruggen area of old wooden houses that is part of UNESCO World Heritage and a visit to traditional Fish Market will give another exciting experience of the city. In the afternoon, you will be able to explore more of Bergen on your own.

Day 11 (Friday):Bergen-Stockholm
After breakfast we depart to airport. Arrival at Stockholm, transfer to hotel Scandic Grand Central****, check in. Evening free at leisure.

Day 12 (Saturday): Stockholm
Stockholm – the beauty on the water – is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful capitals in the world, built on 14 islands and protected from the sea by Skargarden, the Stockholm archipelago. The morning sightseeing tour takes us to the Old Town with the Royal Palace, Stockholm Cathedral and the city centre with its famous City Hall. Afternoon free at leisure, perhaps visit to Wasa Museum.

Day 13 (Sunday): Stockholm
Full day free at leisure. In the evening we will enjoy unforgettable farewell dinner.

Day 14 (Monday): Stockholm Departure
Optional departure transfer to airport.

Package prices pr person:
EUR 3075.00 (double occupancy)
EUR 1650.00 (single supplement)

Including:

• 13 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels
• 1 overnight at ferry Copenhagen-Oslo OW, outside-cabins
• 14 x buffet breakfast
• Train Voss-Myrdal-Flam ( 2nd class)
• Local ferries in Norway per program
• Electric “troll cars” to the Briksdal Glacier
• Entrances to Viking Ship Museum in Oslo, Glacier Museum in Fjaerland and City Hall in Stockholm
• Flight ticket Bergen – Stockholm (one way, economy class)
• 5 x dinner (4 x 3-course hotel dinners, 1 on board dinner)
• Welcome meeting
• Service of English speaking tour escorts on all tours
• Service of Spanish speaking tour escorts on all tours
• Service of 1st class motor coaches and 1st class minivans throughout the itinerary
• Arrival transfer in Copenhagen
• Departure transfer in Stockholm
• Portage at hotels and ferry terminals
• Service and VAT

Optional:

• Guests will receive details from tour escort about optional tours